Born in Tampa, FL. Loves to Be Creative: previously made high-fired porcelain pottery; at the current time, uses the skills of lapidary and silverwork to transform natural stones and sterling silver into bracelets, rings, pendants, necklaces, boxes, earrings and something new every week. more>>
Kimberley Packard - Fiber Artist, Photographer, MAC instructor and Guild Membership Chairman
My name is Kimberley Packard and I am KC Creations' owner and maker. This business originally started as a small hobby in my hometown of Naples in Southwest Florida. I would crochet blankets for family members and friends and give them as gifts on special occasions. Over time, I would receive special requests for custom blankets and it was then that I decided to grow my hobby into a small, local business. more>>
I have always been intrigued by the softness exhibited in a watercolor painting. This interest led me to a beginner watercolor class in 2008 and I have been enjoying this magical medium ever since. My paintings and style have become an expression of how I see God's beautiful creations whether they are the mountains, trees, flowers or animals. more>>
I can’t remember a time when I wasn’t drawing or painting. Focusing in on a degree in education, I chose art as my major. This inspired and allowed me to formally develop experience in drawing, painting, and sculpture. My love and appreciation for art continued to grow. more>>
Joyce Clair- Watercolor and Alcohol Ink Painter and MAC Art Instructor and Guild President
Joyce shares her enthusiasm for watercolor painting with students. Her beginner watercolor series are held at ArtWorks, Blue Ridge Art Center, and Helen Art & Heritage Center. Joyce encourages students to be bold and fearless as mistakes can usually be fixed. Joyce demonstrates tips to control watercolor but also how to allow watercolor to flow on paper for beautiful and spontaneous results. more>>
Jim Allsopp - Photographer and Stained Glass Artist and Education Chairman
Jim has had an interest in photography since he got his first 35 mm camera when he was in college. Originally from Chicago, Jim now enjoys hiking and exploring here in the Smoky Mountains, and he travels extensively throughout the country. Jim’s emphasis is landscapes and nature. more>>
My love of nature and wildlife is evident in my subjects I chose to photograph. I will spend hours sitting and observing wildlife to understand their behaviors. Once you learn the behaviors of the animal you want to photograph you have a much better chance of photographing them acting naturally. more>>
Deborah Larsen grew up on Long Island in New York State. She received her first camera on her 8th birthday, nearly 60 years ago. She immediately began taking photographs, and hasn’t stopped since! Deborah studied art and photography at North Country Community College in the Adirondack Mountains of New York, receiving an Associate in Arts degree. more>>
Debra Vanderlaan - Photographer and Digital Artist and Murphy Art Xplosion Chair and Programs Chair
My main focus is landscape photography and also vintage subjects such as old trucks, barns, and bicycles. I use interesting processes and textures in my work and clients often think my images look like paintings when seen at art fairs and shows. more>>
Dave Vanderlaan - Photographer and Communications Chair and Audit Chair
Dave's style is very balanced, his images portraying an amazing knack for composition. He specializes in Kaleidoscope trees as well as many vintage objects captured all over the world, from boats and canoes to old barns.
I have always enjoyed writing as a hobby. Combining prose, poetic structure, images and computer calligraphy, I observe and report on various aspects of the human condition. more>>
Brenna Richardson - Painter and Drawing Artist
Julie Lindsay - Painter
Rita Skabinska - Fiber Artist
Steve Riedel - Stained Glass Artist
Jane Payne - Jewelry artist
Barbara Keyes - Painter
Malti Turnbull - Painter and Clay Artist
Steven Inglima - Photographer and Guild Vice President
Carrie Keohane - Glass Artist, Photographer, and Guild Secretary
Thurman "T.W." Breedlove - Painter
Tina Fimbel - Photographer
Marji Hill - Fabric Artist and Membership Chair
Denise Phillips - Clay Artist
Daniel Ferrera - Photographer
Venetia Carey - Photographer
John Rios - Painter
David and Garett Gallus - Wood Artists
Kathy Alpert - Mosaic Artist and Store Chair
Melanie Kolifrath - Glass Artist
Liisa Cull - Baskets and Gourd Artist
Karen "KK" Roberts
Dava Maruska - Fabric Baskets Artist
Joshua Gaines - Painter and Wood sign artist
Alana Kolifrath - Clay Artist, Painter, and Guild director at Large
Holly Viccaro - Painter and multi media crafts
Lisa Gadigian - Basket Artist
Michael Wolford - Custom Pens and Wood Artist
John Hoshaw - Slate and Stone Artist
Christina Randall - Fiber Artist
Jim Clayton - Photographer
Scott Piemka - Photographer Scott is a photographer from Chicago. He is also a Chef. He has photographed many National Parks and foreign locations with a focus on nature and landscapes in B&W as well as color. He specializes in printing on metal. Scott is retired from a family owed plumbing business. He recently worked as a chef at a resort in Alaska in order to photo Alaska for 6 months.